Alexandria Ranked as One of the South's Prettiest Cities

Southern Living magazine readers have named Alexandria one of the prettiest cities in the South. 

Alexandria's waterfront location, historic homes and cobblestone streets contributed to its inclusion on the list. Southern Living magazine's Instagram account frequently features Alexandria homes.

Earlier this year, MONEY magazine announced the City is the #1 travel destination in the country, citing Alexandria’s historic charm, waterfront location, proximity to D.C. and affordable hotel rates among the reasons the city snagged the top spot. (Read more here.)

Here are the complete rankings for Southern Living's Prettiest Cities in the South: 

1. Charleston, South Carolina
2. Savannah, Georgia
3. Asheville, North Carolina
4. Annapolis, Maryland
5. Sarasota, Florida
6. Greenville, South Carolina
7. Fayetteville, Arkansas
8. Wilmington, North Carolina
9. Lexington, Kentucky
10. Chapel Hill, North Carolina
11. St. Petersburg, Florida
12. Georgetown, Texas
13. Chattanooga, Tennessee
14. Alexandria, Virginia
15. San Antonio, Texas